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More on "48 Hours of Fear"
Fox Lines Up Special Run of "Fear Factor"
From Deadline

Fox has set the cast and release date for the Fear Factor special titled Fear Factor: 48 Hours of Fear. Hosted by Johnny Knoxville, the two-episode special will feature six contestants competing in five challenges, with the catch that they can’t sleep. The first episode will premiere on Thursday, May 14, at 9 p.m. ET/PT, with the second part premiering on Thursday, May 21, at 9 p.m. ET/PT. Both episodes will be available to stream on Hulu the next day after their broadcast on Fox.

Fear Factor: 48 Hours of Fear features a cast of six, which includes Adrienne (26 — Sachse, TX), Blake (26 — Delray Beach, FL), Brion (42 — Oxford, MS), Jeff (48 — New Jersey City, NJ), Meg (45 — Murrells Inlet, SC), and Tatum (25 — Scottsdale, AZ).

Part 1: Six new players discover that fear never sleeps in this grueling two-part Fear Factor: House of Fear special. Competing for $50,000, they must carry darkling beetles in their mouths, endure a spelling bee while covered by bees and wear shock collars all night to stay awake! The first 24 hours comes to an end with the start of an all-new Pain Auction!

Part 2: Five sleep-deprived contestants push through another 24 hours with no sleep – facing tarantulas, needles, electrocution, and a disgusting sushi showdown that pushes one contestant over the edge. The explosive conclusion of the two-part special features a harrowing game of ATV chicken to decide who wins the $50,000 grand prize and the right to say, “Fear is not a factor!”

Deadline
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posted 4/30/2026

Critics Choice Real TV Awards Faithful to "Traitors"
The Full List of Nominees Below
From Deadline

Peacock’s competition series The Traitors scored six nominees to lead the pack for a third year in a row at the Critics Choice Real TV Awards, which revealed its noms list Thursday. Winners of the eighth annual awards recognizing excellence in nonfiction, unscripted and reality programming will be revealed June 3.

Traitors scored noms this morning for Best Competition Series and Best Ensemble Cast in an Unscripted Series, categories it has won the past two years running. Alan Cumming earned a spot in two categories, Best Show Host and Male Star of the Year, where he also has won the past two years. In addition, the show’s Lisa Rinna was nominated for Female Star of the Year and Rob Rausch for Male Star of the Year.

ABC’s Dancing With the Stars followed with four nominations, including noms for Robert Irwin for Male Star of the Year and Whitney Leavitt or Female Star of the Year.

Netflix led with the most nominations among networks and streamers with 18, followed by Bravo with 12 and ABC with 10.

Below is the full list of nominees.

Competition Series
- Finding Mr. Christmas (Hallmark Channel)
- RuPaul’s Drag Race (MTV)
- Squid Game: The Challenge (Netflix)
- Survivor 50 (CBS)
- Top Chef (Bravo)
- The Traitors (Peacock)

Competition Series: Talent/Variety
- America’s Got Talent (NBC)
- American Idol (ABC)
- The Boulet Brothers’ Dragula: Titans (Shudder)
- Dancing with the Stars (ABC)
- KPOPPED (Apple TV)
- The Voice (NBC)

Structured Series
- Age of Attraction (Netflix)
- Couples Therapy (Paramount+ Premium)
- Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives (Food Network)
- It’s Florida, Man (HBO Max)
- Love Is Blind (Netflix)
- Queer Eye (Netflix)

Culinary Show
- America’s Culinary Cup (CBS)
- Be My Guest with Ina Garten (Food Network)
- The Great British Baking Show (Netflix)
- Magnolia Table: At the Farm (Magnolia Network)
- Top Chef (Bravo)
- Tucci in Italy (National Geographic)

Game Show
- Celebrity Family Feud (ABC)
- The Floor (Fox)
- Jeopardy! (Syndicated)
- Match Game (ABC)
- The Wall (NBC)
- Wheel of Fortune (Syndicated)

Travel/Adventure Show
- The Amazing Race (CBS)
- Expedition Unknown (Discovery Channel)
- The Reluctant Traveler (Apple TV)
- Solo Traveling with Tracee Ellis Ross (Roku Channel)
- Somebody Feed Phil (Netflix)
- Tucci In Italy (National Geographic)

Business Show
- Bar Rescue (Paramount Network)
- The Fixer (Fox)
- On Brand with Jimmy Fallon (NBC)
- Maxxed Out (OWN)
- Shark Tank (ABC)

Relationship Show
- Age of Attraction (Netflix)
- Couples Therapy (Paramount+ Premium)
- Farmer Wants a Wife (Fox)
- Love Is Blind (Netflix)
- Love on the Spectrum (Netflix)
- Neighbors (HBO Max)

Lifestyle Show: Home/Garden
- Bargain Block (HGTV)
- Castle Impossible (HGTV)
- Home Town (HGTV)
- The Last Wright: Building the Final Home Design of America’s Greatest Architect (Magnolia Network)
- That Thrifting Show with Lara Spencer (Freeform)
- Ugliest House in America (HGTV)

Lifestyle Show: Fashion/Beauty
- Botched Presents: Plastic Surgery Rewind (E!)
- Dr. Pimple Popper: Breaking Out (Lifetime)
- Project Runway (Freeform)
- Queer Eye (Netflix)
- RuPaul’s Drag Race (MTV)

Ensemble Cast in an Unscripted Series
- Dancing with the Stars (ABC)
- Finding Mr. Christmas (Hallmark Channel)
- House of Villains (E!)
- The Real Housewives of Rhode Island (Bravo)
- Summer House (Bravo)
- The Traitors (Peacock)

Show Host
- Jonathan Bennett – Finding Mr. Christmas (Hallmark Channel)
- Alan Cumming – The Traitors (Peacock)
- Kristen Kish – Top Chef (Bravo)
- Padma Lakshmi – America’s Culinary Cup (CBS)
- Joel McHale – House of Villains (E!)
- RuPaul – RuPaul’s Drag Race (MTV)

Male Star of the Year:
- Alan Cumming – The Traitors (Peacock)
- Chris Hemsworth – Limitless: Live Better Now (National Geographic)
- Robert Irwin – Dancing with the Stars (ABC)
- Rob Rausch – The Traitors (Peacock)
- Ryan Seacrest – American Idol (ABC) and Wheel of Fortune (Syndicated)
-
Stanley Tucci – Tucci in Italy (National Geographic)

Female Star of the Year
- Heather Gay – The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City (Bravo) and Surviving Mormonism with Heather Gay (Bravo)
- Whitney Leavitt – Dancing with the Stars (ABC) and The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives (Hulu)
- Dr. Sandra Lee – Dr. Pimple Popper: Breaking Out (Lifetime)
- Ciara Miller – Summer House (Bravo)
- Tiffany “New York” Pollard – House of Villains (E!)
- Lisa Rinna – The Traitors (Peacock)

Deadline

posted 4/30/2026

Alison Hammond Can Name That Tune in 5 Notes
ITV in Talks to Reboot Series
From The Mirror

Alison Hammond is set to present a reboot of the iconic gameshow Name That Tune.

The musical gameshow was fronted by Tom O’Connor then Lionel Blair from 1976 to 1987 and involved contestants trying to guess songs from clues and notes. The new Name That Tune will reportedly be getting a very modern makeover with a big glitzy production and a dedicated band to play the tracks.

It is expected to air on Saturday nights which might explain why This Morning star Alison, 51, claimed she would be too busy to host BBC One's Strictly Come Dancing.

A TV insider told The Sun: “Although execs know she is free to take up offers from other channels, Alison is very much seen as an ITV face, and the channel are keen to maintain that link. She already hosts This Morning and For the Love of Dogs for the channel, but this would arguably be her biggest gig to date with ITV.

“It remains to be seen exactly when it would air, but after being touted as a host for Strictly this show might end up seeing her go head-to-head with it.”

The Mirror
TV Zone

posted 4/29/2026

Back to the Boardroom?
Amazon in Early Stages to Reboot "The Apprentice"
From TV Line

Amazon is eyeing a return to the boardroom.

The Wall Street Journal reports that preliminary talks are underway to revive former NBC reality show "The Apprentice."

The report notes that internal discussions remain in the "early stages."

"Since our acquisition of MGM, we have had preliminary internal discussions about what's next for 'The Apprentice' as a property," an Amazon spokesman told WSJ. The show isn't in active development, and no host is currently attached.

According to the Journal, Amazon first began contemplating a reboot in early 2025.

"The Apprentice" first premiered on NBC as a midseason replacement in January 2004 and ran a combined 15 seasons through 2017. For its first six seasons — and again in Season 10 — the competition featured aspiring executives vying for a one-year, $250,000 contract. Those episodes currently stream on Prime Video.

Seasons 7–9 and 11–15, meanwhile, were branded as "The Celebrity Apprentice," with a mix of current and former celebrities competing to raise money for a charity of their choice.

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posted 4/29/2026

MasterChef to Return to Asia
Banijay Deals with WBD, CreAsia
From Variety

“MasterChef Asia” is coming back. Banijay Rights has closed a deal with Warner Bros. Discovery and CreAsia Studio – part of Endemol Shine India – to produce a new 10-episode series of the pan-Asian cooking competition, marking the format’s return to the region after a 10-year break.

The new run, a 10 x 60-minute series, will be shot in Macao, which holds designation as a UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy.

Rather than casting fresh faces, the series will bring back 10 former “MasterChef” contestants from across the continent, each competing for a second shot at the title.

The show will broadcast across TLC, Discovery and the Asian Food Network in India, Southeast Asia, Greater China and Korea, on Lala TV in Japan, and on the Fatafeat channel in the Middle East. The Macao Government Tourism Office is a production partner on the series.

Variety

posted 4/29/2026


Sony Pictures TV/CBS

Pass Is..... Jeopardy!
Joe Buck Tapped to Host Sports Spinoff for Hulu, Disney+
From Deadline

The Jeopardy! franchise is expanding yet again with new sports spinoff ESPN Jeopardy!, from Sony Pictures Television. Hosted by Emmy winner Joe Buck, the spinoff, which had been rumored and now is confirmed, will stream on Disney+ and Hulu. A premiere date is TBA.

ESPN talent will feature as contestants on the series, representing charities of their choice as they compete in a tournament-style event for a $500,000 grand prize and title of ESPN Jeopardy! champion.

Billed as Jeopardy! for sports fanatics with material covering the full spectrum of ESPN content, ESPN talent will “face off to experience the thrill of victory and the agony of defeat in a new arena: the Alex Trebek Stage,” per Sony’s description.

A previous sports spinoff, Sports Jeopardy!, aired on Crackle for two seasons.

ESPN Jeopardy! joins Celebrity Jeopardy!, which is airing on ABC and streaming next day on Hulu; Jeopardy!, the syndicated main daily show hosted by Ken Jennings; Pop Culture Jeopardy!, hosted by Colin Jost, which has moved from Prime Video to Netflix for its second season, premiering May 11; and the recently launched Jeopardy! YouTube Edition digital spinoff, also hosted by Jennings.

ESPN Jeopardy! is produced by Sony Pictures Television and executive-produced by Michael Davies.

Longtime Fox broadcasters Buck and Troy Aikman moved to ESPN in 2022 with a multiyear deal as play-by-play announcers for Monday Night Football. They began their partnership in 2002 as a three-man booth with analyst Cris Collinsworth before becoming a duo in 2005. Over their 22 seasons together, they have called more than 300 regular-season games, more than 40 playoff matchups, 18 NFC Championships and six Super Bowls. Both have been nominated for Sports Emmy Awards multiple times, with Buck winning a record-tying eight times for play-by-play. In December 2022, Buck was inducted into the Sports Broadcasting Hall of Fame. Working along sideline reporter Lisa Salters, the trio won the Sports Emmy for Outstanding Live Sports Series for the 2023 season.

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Daytime Confidential
The Spun

posted 4/30/2026

Thursday Lightning Round
... or "Katie's Fight"

  • "Bachelorette" beautiful badass Katie Thurston preps for masectomy (Reality Tea)

  • Kaitlyn Bristowe is moving to New York City (Reality TV World)

  • If you live in or are planning to visit Metro Atlanta, Celebrity Family Feud is taping! (On Camera Audiences)

  • Press Your Luck wraps on the new season. All we need now is a date.... (TV Series Finale)

  • Having kept the "Million Dollar Secret", Nick Pellecchia is looking for a "Perfect Match" (Reality Shrine)

  • A FEW GOOD MINUTES with a secretly "relieved" Jamie Ding (Substack)


posted 4/30/2023


MrBeast

I Offered a TWIST on Survivor!
MrBeast Episode Airs Tonight
From Surviving Tribal

CBS is shaking things up for the next episode of Survivor 50: In the Hands of the Fans.

For the second time this season, CBS has big plans for a new episode of Survivor 50. Survivor 50 episode 10, "A Side Dish of Chaos," will air in its normal time slot on Wednesday, April 28, at 8 p.m. ET. For this special episode, CBS is extending the episode from 90 minutes to two hours, so the episode will actually air from 8 to 10 p.m. ET, not 8 to 9:30 p.m. ET, like most episodes of the season.

Obviously, this is big news. So far, the only Survivor 50 episodes to exceed 90 minutes were the season premiere, which resulted in two players getting eliminated from the game, and the Blood Moon twist, which saw three players voted out. Will we see two players sent home in this episode? It's definitely possible.

We have 10 players remaining, and we need to get down to five or six players remaining before the season finale, which is only three episodes away.

Here's the synopsis for the episode:

“A Side Dish of Chaos – One castaway comes clean to the tribe about a previously deceptive move. The crowd favorite SURVIVOR auction returns, with an extra special season 50 spin. Chaos ensues when social media icon MrBeast arrives on the scene, on SURVIVOR 50, Wednesday, April 29 (8:00-10:00 PM, ET/PT)..."

Unfortunately, it's hard to say if Survivor is setting up another double elimination for the upcoming episode or if it's just devoting more time to the special guest coming to visit the players in Fiji.

Surviving Tribal
Entertainment Weekly
Parade
Reality Blurred

posted 4/29/2026

Hulu's Latest Is Literally "Designed to Last"
American Family Insurance to Sponsor Four-Episode Series
From the Futon Critic

American Family Insurance announced the launch of "Designed To Last," a first-of-its-kind branded reality competition series that reimagines how to think about protecting homes and families in an era of increasing climate risk. The four-episode series sponsored by American Family Insurance, premieres May 5 and will stream on Hulu.

At the intersection of home protection, innovation and entertainment, "Designed To Last" brings together architects, engineers, and inventors to tackle one of today's most urgent challenges: safeguarding homes against unpredictable and extreme real-world conditions.

Each of the four episodes focuses on a specific environmental threat - wind, water, snow/ice, and fire - highlighting vulnerabilities faced by homeowners across the country and exploring practical, forward-thinking ways for proactive structural protection and to prevent costly damage.

Hosted by Maria Menounos, the series follows three teams of architects, engineers, and inventors as they compete in 10-hour build challenges, modifying tiny homes to withstand specific environmental hazards.

Their work is guided and evaluated by award-winning contractor Eric Eremita and renowned designer Wendell Holland, who judge each design on resilience, craftsmanship, practicality, and creativity under real-world testing conditions. The winning team earns a $100,000 grant to further develop their innovation, helping turn ideas into tangible solutions that can make a lasting impact.

The series was executive produced by 3Ball Entertainment's Ross Weintraub, Reinout Oerlemans, and Matthew C. Allyn, alongside Claire Kosloff and Known's Mark Feldstein and Ross Martin. Supporting media plan developed by Infinite Roar, A Publicis Agency. Directed by Anna Moulaison, the series was created in partnership with Disney CreativeWorks, Elite Media and American Family Insurance.

The Futon Critic
LaughingPlace
PR Newswire

posted 4/29/2026

Re-Start Your Engines!
"Drag Race All-Stars" Returns May 8, Meet the Guest Judges
From the Futon Critic

The guest judges have entered the werk room - and they did not come to play. Brian Tyree Henry, Bronwyn Newport, Christina Ricci, Cooper Koch, Evan Mulrooney, Gina Gershon, Jamal Sims, Janelle James, Juno Temple, Kate Hudson, La Toya Jackson, Law Roach and Reneé Rapp will serve as celebrity guest judges for the eleventh season of RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars.

The star-studded lineup joins Emmy(R) Award-winning host RuPaul alongside fan-favorite panelists Michelle Visage, Carson Kressley, Ross Mathews, and Ts Madison. The trailer for the new season is here, teasing fierce competition, shocking twists, and Grammy(R) Award-winning icon LaToya Jackson as the premiere guest judge. The new season premieres exclusively with two all-new episodes on Paramount+ Friday, May 8.

In the preliminary round, the queens will be divided into three brackets of six, each competing in their own bracket across three episodes. At the end of each bracket, the top two queens with the highest point totals will advance to the semi-finals and go head-to-head with the top queens from the other groups in another round of fierce competition. The tournament will culminate in an epic Lip Sync Smackdown for the Crown grand finale episode, where the finalists will battle it out for a grand prize of $200,000, an official makeup collaboration with Anastasia Beverly Hills, and a place in the coveted Drag Race Hall of Fame.

This season, 18 fierce fan-favorite queens are back with one thing on their minds: dominate! With the return of the high-stakes "Tournament of All Stars" format, the competition reaches new heights across 12-episodes packed with jaw-dropping runway looks, unforgettable performances, and the kind of drama only Drag Race can deliver. The queens will be divided into three groups of six, each competing in their own bracket across three episodes. At the end of each bracket, the top two queens with the highest point totals will advance to the semi-finals and go head-to-head with the top queens from the other groups in another round of fierce competition. The tournament will culminate in an epic Lip Sync Smackdown for the Crown grand finale episode, where the finalists will battle it out for a grand prize of $200,000 and a place in the coveted Drag Race Hall of Fame.

Additionally, new episodes of RUPAUL'S DRAG RACE ALL STARS: UNTUCKED - available to stream exclusively on Paramount+ on May 8 - will take viewers behind the scenes to the backstage drama as the queens anxiously await their fate each week.

The 18 queens returning to RUPAUL'S DRAG RACE ALL STARS are the following:
- A'Keria C. Davenport (Season 11, All Stars 6), @mizakeriachanel Ms. Ass Almighty, A'keria C. Davenport, is back, serving up her signature sass, class, and, of course, all that ass! This Davenport family femme fatale made a big impression on Season 11 and All Stars 6. Now, this pageant powerhouse is ready to conquer the competition and bring the coveted All Stars champion title home to Texas.
- April Carrion (Season 6), @aprilcarrion Since serving sizzle and sass on Season 6, the Puerto Rican princess April Carrión has evolved into a picante powerhouse serving gorgeous looks and body-ody-ody. A veteran of the L.A. stages who's also toured internationally, April plans to keep calm and "Carrión" all the way to the Drag Race Hall of Fame!
- Aura Mayari (Season 15), @auramayari The Filipina moon goddess from Season 15, Aura Mayari has re-emerged on a quest for All Stars Glory. An otherworldly, high-energy Chicago performer who's been wowing L.A. stages, Aura is primed and poised to light up the Main Stage and collect the ultimate cash tip of $200,000!
- Crystal Methyd (Season 12), @crystalmethyd Crystal Methyd is back to make America glitter again! Crystal's colorful aesthetics, kooky personality, and screwball performances have made her a staple on stages all over the world. Always surprising, the Season 12 finalist has proven there's a method to her madness, which may just take her all the way to the top!
- Hershii LiqCour-Jete (Season 16), @hershiiliqcour Hershii Liqcour-Jeté is bringing her signature glam auntie drag back to the Main Stage, claiming the first time was a trial run. The dazzling down-to-earth L.A. mama who sashayed into our hearts in Season 16 is clocking in to work, and will do anything it takes to collect the ultimate payday of $200,000.
- Jasmine Kennedie (Season 14), @jasminekennedie The Mouth Almighty, Jasmine Kennedie, is a fierce firecracker both on the stage and in the werkroom. A Season 14 diva who can dance, deliver drama, and serve goofy and gorgeous, Jasmine has perfected her showgirl skills in Drag Race Live in Vegas, and has proven that she's ready for the Hall of Fame. This is her moment!
- Joey Jay (Season 13), @joeyjayisgay Back and gayer than ever, all the way from Season 13, it's funny and fresh Joey Jay! Get ready to get to know this dishy drag dynamo all over again. The once wigless wonder has manifested and marinated in her own drag finishing school, and is ready to graduate as the ponytailed star pupil of All Stars 11.
- Kennedy Davenport (Season 7, All Stars 3), @kennedyddoftx Fresh from Drag Race Live in Vegas, Kennedy Davenport is kicking down the tournament doors to snatch the one title that has eluded her. A glamazon bitch always ready for the runway, Kennedy also packs killer comedy chops! This Season 7 and All Stars 3 veteran has come close to winning every time she's competed, so it's safe to say that this Dancing Diva of Texas is the ultimate contender for the crown!
- Lucky Starzzz (Season 17), @theluckystarzzz A cartoon come to life, Lucky Starzzz is a one-of-a-kind queen who mixes kitsch, couture and crazy club-kid energy! A colorful artiste with over-the-top aesthetics, Lucky has been honing her craft since Season 17 and is ready to shine like the stellar queen she is! Trust - you will be feeling Lucky!
- Dawn (Season 16), @upuntil.dawn Good Morning! Brooklyn's dynamic drag elf, Dawn, is ready to wake up All Stars 11. The high-concept queen from Season 16 returns with her mischievous spirit and her unfiltered attitude. Undaunted, this quirky contender is gonna give her competitors beautiful nightmares as she follows her drag dreams to the Hall of Fame.
- Morphine Love Dion (Season 16), @morphinelovemua The OG Drag Race Dion is back! Serving beauty and booty, Morphine Love Dion has returned to mesmerize the Main Stage. This BBL goddess and Miami icon was the Lipsync Assassin of Season 16, snatching the crown of "Queen of She Already Done Had Herses." This time, she's all about that mug, those moves, and making herself the All Stars winner!
- Morgan McMichaels (Season 2, All Stars 3), @morganmcmichaels Fix your mug, because the Queen of the L.A. scene, Morgan McMichaels, is back to storm the competition! A beloved Drag Race veteran (Season 2, All Stars 3) and a recent "Entertainer of the Year" winner, Morgan is one powerful prize fighter who's coming out swinging in her quest for a spot in the Drag Race Hall of Fame. So why you mad, tho?
- Mystique Summers (Season 2), @mystiquesummers Bitch, she used to be from Chicago, but Season 2 sensation Mystique Summers is now a Texas girl, definitely ready to whoop some Drag Race ass all over again! 16 years later, she's returning as a sleek seasoned veteran, so clock the curves and clock the skin, because Mystique is ready to snatch the win!
- Salina Es Titties (Season 15), @estitties Lights, camera, action! Season 15's Salina Estitties is ready for her closeup. A true Hollywood girl, when this luscious and lively Latina isn't performing on the best L.A. stages, she's a one-stop production shop serving up her own viral videos. With big ideas and bodacious drag, she's hot and hustling for the crown!
- Sam Star (Season 17), @samstarqueen The Southern supermodel with a Drag Race pedigree, Sam Star puts the "bam" in Alabama! Returning to the competition following her impressive Season 17 Top 4 placement, Sam's a quadruple threat - she can sing, dance, sew, and act. This time around, this killer competitor plans to deliver pageant perfection - with a few tricks up her sleeve.
- Shuga Cain (Season 11), @missshugacain How sweet it is to be reunited with the delightful and delectable Shuga Cain! As a queen who had ditched a corporate career for Drag Race Season 11, she was instantly known for her comedy prowess and gorgeous gowns. Now she's back, even more seasoned, and still giving us a Shuga rush! Yum!
- Silky Nutmeg Ganache (Season 11, All Stars 6), @silkyganache Must-see TV, the Reverend Doctor Silky Nutmeg Ganache is making a housecall to secure her place in the Drag Race Hall of Fame. The undeniable star of Season 11, All Stars 6, and several franchise spinoffs, Miss Silk always serves up the good milk. An author, chef, and entrepreneur, Silky is a true renaissance woman, always ready to munch-munch and crunch-crunch the competition.
- Vivacious (Season 6), @vivaciousnyc Mother has arrived - again! The iconic New York club queen, Vivacious, is back to school the children, with the one and only Ornacia in tow. The Jamaican drag legend from Season 6 is geared up to gag us all with lively looks, unforgettable one-liners, and fresh flavor as she stakes her claim on the All Stars crown.


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posted 4/29/2026

The Cube Returns.... Sort Of
Interactive Experience to Launch on Chicago's Magnificent Mile
From WGN-TV Chicago

A new entertainment center is set to debut on Michigan Avenue this summer.

The Cube, based on the TBS game show, will open at 600 North Michigan Avenue in June, according to a news release. It will feature 21 cubes measuring 13 feet by 13 feet.

“Using custom technology, each group of four will face seven specially selected one and two player games, each designed to test their mental and physical abilities,” the press release said. “With spectators observing every move, the pressure is on, and players will need to master their skills of balance, memory, speed and judgement, in an attempt to win points and ultimately, beat The Cube.”

Along with the immersive gaming environment, The Cube will also serve food and drinks and include three “mixologist-led bars.”

More information at https://bookthecube.com/

Additionally, The Cube is expected to bring an estimated “260 to 300 new jobs to the city,” according to the press release, including construction jobs and permanent employee positions.

It will be the U.S. flagship Cube, the first outside the United Kingdom.

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Hoodline

posted 4/29/2026

Idol Rules on Swiftie Night
Biggest Audience in Over 5 Months
From the Futon Critic

"American Idol" celebrated the music of Taylor Swift live on ABC and Disney+, ranking as the No. 1 entertainment program on the night among Total Viewers (5.34 million) and Adults 18-49 (0.42 rating), as the Top 7 put their own unique spin on some of Swift's iconic hits.

With special guest Nikki Glaser joining the all-star judges panel, "American Idol" rose for the sixth consecutive week, notching week-to-week gains in Total Viewers (+5%; vs. 5.08 million) with its best audience in over 2 months - since 2/23/26.

The show also grew over its year-ago Monday telecast (+5% - 5.34 million vs. 5.09 million on 4/28/25).

"American Idol" was the No. 1 most social entertainment program of the night, earning 1.6 million total social interactions.

Coming up next week (Monday, May 4, at 8 p.m. on ABC and Disney+, streaming next day on Hulu), it's a special night marking the "American Idol" 20th high school reunion featuring fan-favorite Idols from the class of 2006, along with special guests and the return of "Dancing with the Stars" pros, who will bring some ballroom flair to the celebration. America will vote live for the Top 3.

The Futon Critic

posted 4/29/2026


Sony Pictures TV Studios

Farewell... or Should We Say "TTFN"
Jamie Ding Reacts to His Run, Defeat
From Entertainment Weekly

After winning $882,605 on Jeopardy, contestant Jamie Ding has reacted to his surprise exit from the legendary game show — and dedicated his run to fellow immigrants at a volatile time in American politics.

Ding's 31-episode winning streak came to an end on Monday night's edition of the Ken Jennings-hosted series, cementing him at No. 5 on the Jeopardy Leaderboard of Legends ranking of past players.

Ding lost to fellow contestant Greg Shahade, a chess player from Philadelphia, in Monday night's episode. Ding knew he wouldn't be able to catch up to Shahade going into the Final Jeopardy round with $16,000, compared to Shahade's $32,600.

"I think my last game is unusual, because I was a super champ, but I also lost in a runaway, which I feel like is the first time that ever happened," Ding told PEOPLE.

"It almost makes me feel better," Ding said of fellow contestant Shahade's clear dominance over the episode, because "there wasn't really one clue or whatever that everything hinged on" in the end. This, he said, allowed him to go out with a message written on his answer board, as he wrote,"TTFN" (which stands for "ta ta for now") as his official parting phrase.

"Part of me is not okay and thinks that it would've been nice to go for more games. But on the other hand, it could have ended much earlier than it did," Ding said. "There were several people who were really strong and played well, and had a couple of things broken differently, I would have been done for weeks ago. So I'm both upset and pleased. Don't cry because it's over, smile because it happened kind of thing."

Speaking on his place in Jeopardy history, the 33-year-old champion told PEOPLE he wanted to honor his lineage "as an immigrant and a person of color" who "was able to become part of the history of an American institution." Ding's parents emigrated from Beijing, China. He was born in Australia, and is a naturalized U.S. citizen.

"Jeopardy really is an institution and America's turning 250 years old and the federal government is going after immigrants in a way unlike anything that we've seen in the recent past," he continued. "So I hope that immigrants can be seen in a positive light too."

If Ding had won one more episode, his run would've tied that of James Holzhauer, who won 32 consecutive Jeopardy episodes in 2019. Ding and Holzhauer's respective streaks put them behind Matt Amodio (38), Amy Schneider (40), and current host Jennings (74) on the show's all-time leader board.

Ding's $882,605 winnings might be a large sum, but it still trails that of Jennings, who earned $2.5 million in his initial run. With special tournament numbers factored in, Brad Rutter takes the lead with over $5 million in earnings, with Jennings trailing just behind at $4.5 million.

The Final Jeopardy! clue in the category of "World Languages": Of South Africa's 12 official languages, these 2 are alphabetically first & last. The correct response: what are Afrikaans & Zulu?

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Wednesday Lightning Round
... or "Can't Blame a Girl for Trying"

  • Taylor Frankie Paul seen "trying to make it work" with the "winner" of her canceled "Bachelorette" season (Us Magazine)

  • Heather Martin's "Farmer Wants a Wife" is actually a second chance at love (Swooon)

  • Adam Growe has one request for the new Cash Cab as it rolls on Canadian streets... Don't punch the ceiling (Bell Media)

  • How Jeopardy! changed Ken Jennings' life (TV Insider)

  • Huda Mustafa allegedly dodging TRO (Reality Tea)

  • A FEW GOOD MINUTES with LeVar Burton (TV Insider) and the new champion (Philadelphia Magazine)


posted 4/28/2023

Tournament of Champions Wins Sunday
Food Network's Top Draw Went Out on a High
From the Futon Critic

Food Network's Tournament of Champions aired its seventh season finale on Sunday, April 19 reaching more than 18 million P2+ cross-platform viewers across Food Network/HBO Max/Discovery+ and became the highest-rated season ever for W25-54. On average the seventh season garnered 1.00 P25-54 / 1.26 W25-54 L3 ratings and remains on track to be Food Network's highest-rated series among P25-54 for the sixth year in a row. Ratings grew 96% among P25-54 and 110% among W25-54 over prior six-week benchmarks and the show currently ranks as Sunday night's #1 non-news/sports ad-supported cable program for M25-54 this year and the #2 non-news/sports for P25-54, and #3 non-news/sports for W25-54. This season also had the highest social engagement to date with related content earning 75 million impressions and 58 million video views, a 32% and 53% increase over year ago levels across Food Network's platforms.

"TOC consistently delivers on so many levels with its high-stakes action, big drama and incredible cooking by world-class competitors" said Betsy Ayala, President, Food Network. "The combination of unpredictable culinary challenges and blind judging make each head-to-head battle more compelling than the last, keeping fans cheering until the winner is finally crowned."

Throughout the action-packed tournament, host and executive producer Guy Fieri put the culinary skills of 32 of the nation's most celebrated chefs including four surprise food world icons to the test in the bracket-style, single elimination tournament. After weeks of dominating the randomizer and going head-to-head with some of the most talented chefs in the culinary world, Bryan Voltaggio emerged the victor of the win-or-go-home competition.

Tournament of Champions VII was produced by Knuckle Sandwich and Lando Entertainment for Food Network.

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posted 4/28/2026

Battle of the Games Down Under
The Floor, Tipping Point, The Chase Come 1-2-3
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It was a battle of the game shows overnight, with Nine The Floor, Tipping Point Australia and Seven’s The Chase Australia coming in top three most watched non-news programs.

The Floor is a competitive quiz-style game with contestants facing off on an LED grid floor. Each square represents a different category. Players must go head-to-head in duels, fighting to win territory and take over the board. It blends general knowledge with strategy. As the game progresses, the board starts to shrink, increasing the stakes and the pressure.

It boasted a Total TV National Reach of 1,837,000 and a Total TV National Average Audience of 901,000. Tipping Point brought in a National Reach of 1,587,000 and an Average Audience of 837,000. The Chase brough in a National Reach of 1,532,000 and an Average Audience of 777,000.

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"Dancing with the Stars" Renewed and Casting!
First Up, "Traitors" Stars Maura Higgings, Ciara Miller
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Dancing with the Stars will return for Season 35, and ABC is already giving viewers a taste of what to expect this fall. The Traitors and Love Island breakout Maura Higgins and Summer House favorite Ciara Miller will both compete on the upcoming season of DWTS, the network revealed at Disney’s Get Real unscripted TV event on Wednesday.

Higgins originally broke out of Love Island UK in 2019 but rose to greater celebrity last year as one of the stars of Peacock‘s The Traitors US. As a dedicated Faithful, her allegiance to Love Island USA star Rob Rausch got her to the finale only to leave empty handed when she found out he was, in fact, a Traitor.

Miller also previously appeared on The Traitors US, but she is best known for her role for the last five seasons on Bravo‘s Summer House. There’s been some recent drama surrounding Season 10 of the popular unscripted series. Rumors began circulating in recent months as the episodes aired that Miller’s confidante Amanda Batula might have betrayed her by becoming romantically involved with Miller’s ex-boyfriend West Wilson. Batula and Wilson later confirmed the relationship, sending shockwaves through the Bravoverse. It will undoubtedly be a topic of conversation at the upcoming Season 10 reunion, where Batula recently vowed she will “be addressing any and all questions honestly and directly”.

Dancing with the Stars exploded in popularity last season, raking in its largest audience in years driven by interest from younger viewers. In November, Season 34 posted the show’s highest-rated finale in nearly a decade.

The series is produced by BBC Studios. Conrad Green serves as showrunner and executive producer. Ryan O’Dowd, Krystal Whitney, Alex Cross and Jenny Groom are executive producers. Deena Katz and Quinn Lipton are co-executive producers.

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posted 4/28/2026

Tuesday Lightning Round
... or "American on Purpose"

  • Craig Ferguson releases the trailer for his CNN series "American on Purpose" (The Futon Critic)

  • FIRST LOOK: Perfect Match season 4 (Netflix, May 13) (The Futon Critic)

  • FIRST LOOK #2: Meet the semifinalists of Funny AF (The Futon Critic)

  • It's prom season, and Clay Aiken's son has a date (TV Insider)

  • CT Tamburello heads to court for more child support for his ex (TMZ)

  • A FEW GOOD MINUTES with LeVar Burton (TV Insider) and the new champion (Philadelphia Magazine)


posted 4/28/2023



Paramount/Netflix/Warner Bros. Discovery

WBD Shareholders Vote to Merge
Move Puts Companies One Step Closer to Closing
From Variety

As expected, Warner Bros. Discovery shareholders gave the green light to Paramount Skydance‘s $111 billion deal to acquire the media company — moving David Ellison one step closer to controlling a new Hollywood empire.

But investors weren’t OK with the lavish golden parachutes that CEO David Zaslav and other WBD top brass are set to receive through the merger.

At the special meeting of WBD shareholders Thursday morning, which was held virtually, investors voted “overwhelmingly” in favor of the Paramount deal, comprising $31 per share in cash for Warner Bros. Discovery, according to WBD.

However, a majority of Warner Bros. shareholders voted against the compensation packages for Zaslav and WBD’s other named executive officers in connection with the Paramount merger.

It’s a purely symbolic rebuke: The shareholder advisory vote is non-binding, meaning the Warner Bros. Discovery board can go ahead with the payouts as planned anyway. But it shows WBD shareholders aren’t happy by the generous payments to the company’s outgoing executive team and comes after shareholders last year also voted against the WBD executive compensation packages. Shareholder advisory firm ISS recommended a vote against the compensation measure over its “problematic” tax reimbursements to Zaslav and the full vesting of the CEO’s stock awards.

Under the terms of the exit compensation package for Zaslav, he will receive $34.2 million in cash severance; $517.2 million in equity in the combined company; and $44,195 in continued health coverage reimbursement benefits, according to a WBD filing with the SEC. That’s at least $550 million.

In addition, Warner Bros. Discovery has agreed to reimburse Zaslav up to $335 million for taxes assessed by the IRS on his accelerated stock vesting (although WBD says that figure will decline over time, with the final amount depending on the closing date of the Paramount pact).

In addition, Zaslav as of March 11 had $115.85 million worth of vested stock awards from Warner Bros. Discovery, according to the filing. And last month, Zaslav sold $114 million worth of WBD stock. Zaslav is subject to a non-competition covenant and a non-solicitation of customers and employees covenant, both of which are applicable for two years after Paramount-WBD closes.

The latest:
- Paramount has noted it will be 49.5%-owned by non-U.S. investors after completing a planned merger with Warner Bros. Discovery. The stat came to light in a request Monday by Paramount for approval of the foreign ownership stake by the FCC. The company said the arrangement, including a 38.5% holding shared by three Middle East investment funds, will give the combined company “greater access to capital.” The infusion of financial resources will enable Paramount to “compete more effectively in the provision of television broadcast services and in the broader video programming marketplace,” the filing said. .

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More on "Pop Culture Jeopardy!" Season 2
Catch It on Netflix May 11
From the Futon Critic

Starting May 11th, new episodes of Pop Culture Jeopardy! will premiere on Netflix every weekday through June 5th.

Pop Culture Jeopardy! is a twist on the classic quiz show's "answer-and-question" format that combines the academic rigor of Jeopardy! with the exciting and ever-changing world of pop culture. Contestants compete on teams to test their knowledge on a variety of categories as they compete in a tournament-style event for the grand prize and ultimate bragging rights.

Hosted by SNL Weekend Update anchor Colin Jost, Pop Culture Jeopardy! is a prudciton of Sony Pictures Television Studios, Michael Davies executive producer and Bari Jean Dorman co-exective producer.

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posted 4/27/2026


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DYLAN CARTER: c.2002-2026
"The Voice" Season 24 Contestant
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Dylan Carter, a country singer from South Carolina who appeared during Season 24 on NBC’s The Voice in 2023, died Saturday, April 25, in a car accident. He was 24.

His death occurred in Colleton County, South Carolina, and was announced by the Local Voice, a South Carolina non-profit organization he co-founded to benefit women battling cancer. Details on the accident were not immediately available.

“With heavy hearts we share the passing of Dylan Carter, co-founder of The Local Voice, talented musician, and someone who meant so much to our community,” the organization posted on its Facebook page. “Dylan was the heart of what we do. He believed every voice matters and lived that every day. Through his music, his kindness, and his smile, he brought people together and made everyone feel seen.

“We are heartbroken, but find comfort knowing he is in heaven with his mother,” the post continues. “We are so grateful for Dylan, for the love he gave this community, and for the impact he leaves behind. We will carry his light forward and continue this mission in his honor."

Described by the group as a “proud Lowcountry native,” Carter owned Sunny Days RV & Campground and worked as a realtor.

Carter impressed Voice judges in 2023 with his audition performance of Whitney Houston’s “I Look to You.” He chose Reba McEntire to serve as his coach, explaining that he was a longtime fan and that his audition was in honor of his late mother, who had died the year prior.

Carter had been scheduled to perform a concert in Moncks Corner, South Carolina, tonight, April 27. Today, the mayor of Moncks Corner, Thomas Hamilton Jr., posted a tribute to Carter on Facebook.

“Our family is heartbroken to hear about the passing of Dylan Carter in a car accident,” Hamilton writes. “As a gifted singer, he frequently entertained our community with his performances at Town events. His kindness and charm earned him immense respect, and his absence will be deeply felt. To the loved ones and acquaintances of Dylan, we offer our sincerest condolences during this difficult period. The Town of Moncks Corner, its Council, and entire staff extend their deepest sympathies. He was much more to our family than an entertainer he was our friend and we are deeply saddened.”

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posted 4/27/2026

Matches of the Day
ITV Games Team with Soccer Aid
From TV Zone

ITV have announced a range of gameshow celebrity specials in aid of Soccer Aid for UNICEF 2026.

Bullseye for Soccer Aid: Freddie Flintoff hosts a very special episode of Bullseye as he is joined by Olly Murs and Mark Wright, Kym Marsh and Jon Richardson as they show off their darts prowess, all to raise money for UNICEF.

Deal or No Deal for Soccer Aid: Jill Scott takes on the banker in this very special star-studded edition of Deal or No Deal for Soccer Aid. Stephen Mulhern and Jill are joined by a host of famous faces including, Seann Walsh, Chris Kamara, Rickie H-Williams and Peter Andre.

Celebrity Lingo for Soccer Aid: Toni Duggan, David James and Livi Sheldon take on Celebrity Lingo for Soccer Aid, as they aim to raise funds for UNICEF.

Tipping Point for Soccer Aid: Ben Shephard hosts Tipping Point with a twist as he is joined by three famous faces, Suzy Izzard, Bobby Brazier and Kelle Bryan, all hoping to raise money for Soccer Aid for UNICEF.

The Chase for Soccer Aid: Maisie Adam, David James, Nitro and Sam Quek take on the mammoth task of facing The Chasers in this special The Chase for Soccer Aid.

Transmission details will be announced in due course.

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posted 4/27/2026

Monday Lightning Round
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  • Ben Gleib resurfaces with a new late night talker for YouTube (Deadline)

  • A look inside the Taskmaster House (TV Line)

  • Brandon Armstrong breaks his elbow (Reality Tea)

  • #ICYMI: The latest million-pound-question (BBC News)

  • Scott Mills replaced on Radio 2 (Variety)

  • A FEW GOOD MINUTES with Ariana Madix (Deadline)


posted 4/27/2023


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Fear Is Still a Factor
Fox Renews "Fear Factor: House of Fear"
From the Futon Critic

FOX Television Network has renewed its iconic reality competition series Fear Factor: House of Fear, hosted by Johnny Knoxville, for a second season, it was announced today by Michael Thorn, President of FOX Television Network. Knoxville returns to lead the high-stakes competition, where one contestant will conquer their fears, claim the grand prize, and earn the right to proclaim, "FEAR IS NOT A FACTOR!"

"Fear Factor: House of Fear instantly established itself as a signature unscripted series for FOX, and our audience can't get enough of how it takes them - and our contestants -- to the absolute edge with every episode," said Michael Thorn, President of FOX Television Network. "Johnny Knoxville's fearless, unpredictable energy makes him the perfect ringmaster, as he and our friends at Endemol have redefined this iconic format and elevated it into something fresh, addictive, highly competitive, and cringe-inducing in all the best ways. And believe it or not, they're already plotting new ways to raise the shock-and-awe quotient for Season Two."

"Bringing an icon like Fear Factor back to life required a host who could match its legacy, and Johnny Knoxville has been the ultimate catalyst for this evolution. He didn't just host Fear Factor: House of Fear; he became the heart of it," said Sharon Levy, Chief Executive Officer of Endemol Shine North America. "Earning the title of the most-streamed unscripted series this season is a massive win for ESNA and our incredible partners at FOX and shows the Fear format is as strong as ever. For Season Two, we're already plotting how to push the social strategy and physical stunts to even more visceral, stomach-turning heights. We are just getting started."

Set in an unforgiving remote location, Fear Factor: House of Fear features a group of strangers who live together under one roof while facing mind-blowing stunts, harrowing challenges, and a twisted game of social strategy where trust is fleeting - and fear is a weapon. In the end, only one contestant will conquer their fears and walk away with the massive grand prize.

The series has proven to be a breakout success. Fear Factor: House of Fear's debut episode delivered an impressive 16.5 million multiplatform viewers, ranking in Adults 18-49 as broadcast's #1 debut and the #1 new unscripted series of the season, reinforcing FOX as the dominant force in unscripted.

Fear Factor: House of Fear is produced by Endemol Shine North America, a Banijay Americas company. Kevin Lee, Anthony Carbone, and Lindsay Tuggle serve as executive producers, along with Endemol Shine North America's Sharon Levy, Michael Heyerman and Sean Loughlin. The reimagined Banijay Entertainment format builds on the internationally renowned Fear Factor, which has 32 adaptations worldwide.

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posted 4/23/2026

Back to the Tent
Roku Lines Up "The Great American Baking Show" Season 4
From Broadway World

The Great American Baking Show is back for Season 4, with Tony Award nominee Andrew Rannells and Casey Wilson set as hosts for the new season. This marks the first full season hosting gig for the pair, who previously co-hosted for several themed episodes. T

ake a look at new photos and the official trailer for Season 4, which will welcome eight of the nation’s best aspiring bakers to the tent. The new season will stream on The Roku Channel beginning May 11, 2026.

Season 4's diverse group take on themed dares that measure their creativity, precision, and bravado. Under the guidance of judges Paul Hollywood and Prue Leith, they knead, sift, whisk, and frost their way from cookies and cakes to breads and pastries. In the end, only one will rise above the rest and be awarded the coveted cake stand and the title of America’s best amateur baker.

Contestants this season are Adam Greathouse, Lisa Sanders, Meeki Lad, Melissa Curmi, Rebecca "Becca" Cary, Ruiqi Chen, Scott Oscher, and Susan "Sue" Taylor. Executive producers are Letty Kavanagh, Kieran Smith, Nicholas Berry, Jeremy Finn, and Adam Cooper.

In addition to serving as co-host, Rannells also appeared as a guest baker in The Great American Baking Show: Celebrity Summer alongside fellow Broadway alum Jesse Tyler Ferguson.

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posted 4/23/2026

Mob Mentality
Parker Posey to Host New Series for Hulu, Disney+
From Deadline

Parker Posey is swapping a Thai resort for an Italian village as she makes her first move into the treacherous world of reality competition.

The White Lotus star is hosting The Mob for Hulu, a Traitors-style competition format.

The Mob sends a group of celebrities to a lavish Italian villa where they will shake down, hustle and whack their way to win up to $250,000 in cash prizes. Every episode, they will tackle mob movie-inspired jobs to survive. But every mob family needs a don, and whoever they choose will have absolute power — deciding who makes money, who stays, and who ultimately gets whacked. In a game where power demands absolute loyalty, can the don stay in control, or will the family rise up and overthrow them?

It comes from The Traitors producer Studio Lambert and British producer Primal Media, which was behind horror gameshow Release The Hounds.

The Mob will feature recognizable reality faces including The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives’ Demi Engemann, Dancing with the Stars’ Bruno Tonioli and, most on-the-nose, The Sopranos star Aida Turturro.

Other stars include RuPaul’s Drag Race’s Willam Belli, The Real Housewives of New Jersey’s Joe Gorga, Let’s Marry Harry’s Harry Jowsey, Selling Sunset’s Chelsea Lazkani, Younger’s Debi Mazar, Love Overboard’s Bella Palk, rapper Romeo and Maria Georgas and Shane Parton from Bachelor Nation.

The format was created at Primal Media, which is run by Adam Wood and Mat Steiner, with Neil Kirby and Ben Riley helping to develop it. Susan House, who was showrunner on ABC’s The Hustler and worked on The Bachelor, serves as showrunner.

Posey will exec produce alongside Studio Lambert’s Tim Harcourt, Jack Burgess, Niall O’Driscoll and Stephen Lambert and Primal Media’s Adam Wood and Mat Steiner, alongside David Mortimer, who runs Primal’s owner STV Studios. Charlie Williams is the Executive in Charge of Production for the series and Justin Medeiros is EVP of Production.

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